No other water purifier rivals the speed, simplicity and effectiveness of a Grayl. It's compact, fits in virtually any backpack pocket and provides global protection from waterborne pathogens (VIRUS, bacteria, protozoan cysts), pesticides, chemicals, heavy metals and microplastics. Also improves taste, smell, and clarity. A brilliant product for backpackers, trekkers, adventure travellers, hikers, and anyone who spends time outdoors. Highly recommended! Capacity: 16.9 oz (500 ml) Weight: 12.5 oz (354 g) Height: 9.75" (24.77 cm) Diameter (at base): 2.95” (7.5 cm) Active Technology: ion exchange, ultra-powdered activated carbon. Flow Rate: 10 seconds per 16.9 oz (3 litres/minute). Removes: waterborne pathogens (99.99% of viruses, 99.9999% of bacteria, 99.9% of protozoan cysts), including Rotavirus, Hepatitis A, Norovirus, Giardiasis, Cryptosporidium, E. Coli, Cholera, Salmonella, Dysentery and more. Filters: particulates (i.e. silt, microplastics, etc.); activated carbon effectively adsorbs chemicals, pesticides, heavy metals, flavours, and odours. Cartridge lifespan: rated for 300 cycles (40 gal. / 150L), as “press time” reaches ~25 seconds (or three years have elapsed since first use) it’s time to replace your purifier cartridge. Cartridge shelf life: stored under proper conditions, an unused (and airtight) purifier cartridge has a shelf life of 10 years. BPA-Free materials: made from polypropylene #5, food-grade silicone, TPE, ABS food-grade plastic. Testing standards: Tested to NSF/ANSI standards 42 and 53. Origin: Designed in the United States; bottle made in China, Purifier Cartridge media made in the United States. Improved: Updated filter design allows use of energy drinks in the bottle without damaging the filter element.
